empty cell Alemayehu Eshete
Alemayehu Eshete was an Ethiopian singer known as the "Ethiopian James Brown" for his dynamic performances and fusion of traditional Ethiopian music with Western rock and funk influences. Emerging in the 1960s, he became a prominent figure in the Ethio-jazz movement alongside musicians like Mulatu Astatke. His music blended Ethiopian rhythms with elements of funk, soul, and jazz. Notable songs include "Temar Lije" and "Addis Ababa Bete." He gained international recognition following the release of the Éthiopiques series, which featured many of his early recordings. Eshete continued performing until his death in 2021, leaving a lasting legacy in Ethiopian and world music.
